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PA HR289

Resolution

Status

Introduced

8/4/2025

Primary Sponsor

Daniel Miller

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates July 26, 2025, as "Americans with Disabilities Act Day" in Pennsylvania, marking the 35th anniversary of the ADA's enactment in 1990

  • Salutes disability rights advocates and all who contributed to the passage of the ADA, which was signed into law by President George H.W. Bush

  • Notes the ADA has helped more than 55 million Americans with disabilities participate in society by removing barriers in employment, transportation, public services, telecommunications, and public accommodations

  • Acknowledges ongoing challenges including that individuals with disabilities are twice as likely to live in poverty and continue to experience high unemployment rates

  • Pledges continued bipartisan work to support opportunity, independent living, economic self-sufficiency, and full participation for individuals with disabilities

Legislative Description

Recognizing July 26, 2025, as "Americans with Disabilities Act Day" in Pennsylvania.

Last Action

Referred to Human Services

8/4/2025

Committee Referrals

Human Services8/4/2025

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